Atty. Michael J Sandmire

Atty. Michael J Sandmire

Mr. Michael J Sandmire is a lawyer practicing class action, personal injury, alternative dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J Sandmire at a glance

Michael J Sandmire is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Ater Wynne LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, ip, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1990), District of Columbia (1991), Utah (2008), and Washington (2009). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1990) and Stanford University (A.B., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oregon State Bar Utah State Bar District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association Defense Research Institute Oregon Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael J Sandmire is a lawyer practicing class action, personal injury, alternative dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael practices at Ater Wynne LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J Sandmire's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J Sandmire handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael J Sandmire is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael J Sandmire is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Oregon →

Class Action

Michael J Sandmire is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael J Sandmire is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J Sandmire

Where is Michael J Sandmire's law office located?
Michael J Sandmire's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Ater Wynne LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J Sandmire handle?
Michael J Sandmire focuses on personal injury, employment, ip, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Michael J Sandmire practiced law?
Michael J Sandmire has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael J Sandmire go to law school?
Michael J Sandmire earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (A.B., 1985).
How can I contact Michael J Sandmire for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J Sandmire directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael J Sandmire received?
Michael J Sandmire's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1990
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1991
Utah
Admitted: 2008
Washington
Admitted: 2009

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